Initial impressions of K20D.....af seems poor.

Only explanation I can think of for a 'night & day' difference

shim

What do mean this morningevery morning more like

This reminds me of a few months ago , hyped-up about the new" techie' bits on new cameras, to be able to take shots in the darkest of nights without any flash or aided lights along with zillions of megapixels. I got caught in the trap ...D300, D700, 5D mk2,
Never satisfied my aims to fully commit to any brand, due to the availability of good affordable lenses and that nagging feeling I was being ripped off by the" into the future hype".

Having reviewed Pentax and their stability/commitment to quality, I got the K20D, 35mm f2.8 macro limited and the 16-50 DA*f2.8 lens and I can honestly say I am committed to Pentax for the I.Q ease of use and affordability of quality gear. The weatherproofing gives me confidence to take the shots rather than to pack away my gear.

It's cost me dearly to get here but I'm glad I got off the "spinning wheel"
For sure every system has its difference and why!!
It seems Pentax has kept with giving us a camera to take shots without the confusion of the 'mind"

Well done, And welcome to the "Thinking mans camera" range.
I fell into that trap (Nikon) and got out quickly.

I tried my mates D90 a few weeks ago and the focus speed and lock is incredible, the high iso is also pretty good .. but then I am comparing it to a K10D which is now a couple of years old at least.
BUT .. the pictures looked so washed out, even compared to my K10D and I know the K20D is better in that area as well .. also the prices of the Nikon glass .

And if you want a lens with IS .... eeeek.

Thats what I thought when I had the D80 and now if you want a D300 it is more than eeeek, and that is just the body

I can't believe how bad these photos are taken with a Nikon 50mm f/1.4

http://www.pixel-peeper.com/lenses/?lens=100&p=1

shim